Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) is Canada’s only polytechnic university, proudly serving the South Fraser region for more than 40 years. With campuses in Surrey, Richmond, Langley, and Cloverdale, KPU is deeply connected to the communities it serves and to the diverse cultures, backgrounds, and lived experiences of its students. Through academic excellence, applied learning, innovation, and strong industry and community partnerships, KPU prepares students for meaningful futures.

As an open-access university, KPU is powered by the people who live and work here. We believe every employee plays a meaningful role in supporting student learning and success. We are honoured to carry the name of the Kwantlen First Nation and are committed to equity, inclusion, reconciliation, and respectful relationships. As one of BC’s Top Employers, KPU is dedicated to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and engaged workplace where employees feel valued, connected to purpose, and empowered to make an impact.

We invite you to explore your next career opportunity at KPU and discover how your work can contribute to a university where thought truly meets action.

Competition ID:

4576

Internal Closing Date:

May 9, 2026

External Closing Date:

Open Until Filled

# of Openings:

1

• Salary Information:

8 - BCGEU Pay Grid - $29.53 to $32.94 per hour

Employment Type:

Temporary Full Time

Workplace Type:

Hybrid

Travel Frequency:

Occasional travel between campuses is required.

Employee Group:

Support Staff (BC General Employees Union)

Days of Work (BCGEU):

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Hours of Work (BCGEU):

8:30am-4:30pm

Hours per Week (BCGEU):

35

We are currently seeking a Co-Op Education Officer to join our Student Services team.

Job Overview

Reporting to Administrative Coordinator, Cooperative Education, this position is responsible for working effectively and collaboratively with students, employers and administration to support KPU Co-op students to be employment-ready and ensure a high level of job placement opportunities. The role is responsible for the efficient delivery of Co-op administrative processes, and is expected to provide recommendations to enhance systems and processes, and to effectively implement quality-improvement changes. The Co-operative Education Officer prepares diverse Co-op program and process communication and documentation, including procedures manuals, handouts, and the creation of web content.

Education and Experience

• Post-secondary diploma in a related discipline; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 2 years’ demonstrated experience with Co-operative Education, Career Services and/or related work-integrated learning or career development programs.
• Minimum 1 year experience in marketing and event planning, with demonstrated ability to coordinate and deliver well-executed events.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of and/or direct experience with Co-operative Education, Career Services and/or related work-integrated learning or career development programs, combined with a demonstrated commitment to equity and accessibility.
• Demonstrated proficiency with contact management systems and/or relational databases (Symplicity and/or Banner preferred), web content management software (Drupal preferred), graphic design software, and social media platforms. Intermediate skills level with internet applications including Microsoft Office and email web browser (Outlook preferred).
• Foundational understanding of current BC industry and labour market trends.
• Excellent oral and written communication including the ability to present information clearly and concisely, and the confidence to speak effectively at events both on and off campus.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proven ability to build and maintain effective working relationships while delivering exceptional customer service to both internal and external key parties.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.
• Intercampus travel is required, with flexibility for evening and weekend work.

As per the KPU-BCGEU Collective Agreement, qualified internal applicants within the BCGEU bargaining unit are given first consideration in filling this position. Internal applicants must apply by 11:59pm on the internal closing date in order to be considered as an internal applicant. Internal applications received after the closing date will be considered as an external applicant.

Salary Information

Salary and wage increments are in accordance with the Collective Agreement.

Total Rewards

As a part of our total rewards offerings, KPU also offers extended health and dental benefits, healthcare spending account, generous vacation package, defined pension plan, parenthood top-up, sick leave, long-term disability, life insurance, professional development days, tuition waiver, inhouse training & development, inter-campus transportation, and more!

Note: Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time.

Visit https://www.kpu.ca/hr for more information on KPU’s workplace, culture and total rewards.

Note to Applicants

Kwantlen Polytechnic University welcomes and encourages applications from equity deserving groups and diverse experiences including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community.

If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please reach out to us at talentacquisition@kpu.ca.

Kwantlen Polytechnic University is committed to protecting the safety and welfare of employees, students, and the general public, and upholding the reputation and integrity of the University. For this reason, final applicants will be asked to undergo a background check.

We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with KPU. Only candidates who are legally eligible to work in Canada will be considered; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.